Job Description

The

In-House Counsel

will work with and support the legal team at CEX.IO by handling various legal and compliance-related tasks within the company.A generalist with a broad range of legal experience and an ability to think outside of the box is preferred for this role.

This role includes providing legal advice to the board of directors, senior management, and other key stakeholders. The ideal candidate should demonstrate strong initiative, excellent management and leadership skills, strong business acumen, and effective communication skills.

The applicant's prior experience should encompass the following:

Oversight and assistance with both internal and external governance, which includes the review and drafting of terms, policies, and procedures. Management of disputes and litigation on behalf of the company, addressing both significant international litigation and smaller claims. Provision of legal guidance and counsel to senior management and other stakeholders concerning matters related to corporate

governance, risk management, and regulatory compliance, as well as advising on associated risks and opportunities.
Ensuring comprehensive legal support throughout all organizational levels, encompassing the negotiation of precedent-setting contracts for new business lines and strategic partnerships, in addition to one-off freelancer engagements. This involves the review and negotiation of legal documents, including contracts, non-disclosure agreements, confidentiality agreements, commercial contracts, and partnerships with third-party vendors and service providers to ensure their legal soundness and enforceability. Acquisition of necessary licenses for global business operations. This includes the leadership, planning, and management of high-quality deliverables in license applications, executed through end-to-end preparation, review, and submission for all target markets. Provision of guidance and support on legal matters pertaining to mergers, acquisitions, and other corporate transactions. Continuous monitoring of legal and regulatory developments and amendments that may impact the operations of the company.

The following experiences will be prioritized

:

A law degree and working experience in the UK, the US or Europe. At least five (5) years of relevant working experience. Proven experience in regulated FinTech company. Confident knowledge of common law jurisdictions. * Knowledge of securities laws.